Indian Navy 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme Notification Jan 2026

Applications are invited from unmarried men and women candidates (fulfilling the conditions of nationality as laid down by the Govt. of India) for becoming Permanent Commissioned Officers in Executive and Technical branches under 10+2 B Tech Cadet Entry Scheme after undergoing four year B Tech course at the prestigious Indian Naval Academy, Ezhimala.

Indian Navy 10+2 Cadet Entry Scheme Notification Jan 2026

Indian Navy Invites Applications for 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme – July 2025 Batch

The Indian Navy has announced a golden opportunity for young and aspiring individuals to become Permanent Commissioned Officers in the Executive and Technical branches through the 10+2 B.Tech Cadet Entry Scheme. Applications are invited from unmarried men and women, who fulfill the nationality conditions laid down by the Government of India, for a four-year B.Tech course at the prestigious Indian Naval Academy (INA), Ezhimala.

🔹 Vacancies and Age Criteria

• Total Vacancies: 44
• Gender Eligibility: Both men and women (Maximum 6 vacancies for women)
• Age Limit: Candidates must be born between 02 Jul 2006 and 01 Jan 2009 (inclusive).
• Branch Allocation: Final branch allocation (Executive or Technical – Engineering & Electrical) will be done at INA.

🔹 Eligibility Criteria

1. Educational Qualification:

• Must have passed 10+2 (Senior Secondary Examination) or equivalent with at least 70% aggregate marks in Physics, Chemistry, and Mathematics (PCM), and 50% marks in English (either in Class X or XII).

2. JEE (Main) 2025 Requirement:

• Only candidates who have appeared for JEE (Main) 2025 (for B.E./B.Tech) are eligible.
• Shortlisting for SSB Interview will be based on the All India Common Rank List (CRL) published by NTA.

🔹 Selection Procedure

• Shortlisting: Based on JEE (Main) CRL 2025 rank.
• SSB Interview: Conducted at Bangalore, Bhopal, Kolkata, or Visakhapatnam from September 2025 onwards.
• Communication: Shortlisted candidates will be notified via email and SMS.
• Travel Allowance: AC 3-tier fare will be reimbursed for first-time SSB applicants for this entry.
• Final Selection: Based on SSB performance, medical fitness, and police & character verification.

🔹 Medical and Physical Standards

• Candidates must meet the medical standards as specified by the Indian Navy.
• No relaxation in height, weight, or other standards will be granted.
• Tattoo and narcotic use policies are strictly enforced.

🔹 Training and Degree

• Selected candidates will be inducted as Cadets for a four-year B.Tech course in:
  • Applied Electronics & Communication Engineering
  • Mechanical Engineering
  • Electronics & Communication Engineering
• The degree will be awarded by Jawaharlal Nehru University (JNU) after successful completion.
• The cost of training, books, and clothing will be fully borne by the Indian Navy.

🔹 Salary, Insurance, and Benefits

Details regarding pay, allowances, group insurance, gratuity, leave entitlement, and officer duties are available on the official website: www.joinindiannavy.gov.in

🔹 How to Apply

Application Window:

• Opens: 30 June 2025
• Closes: 14 July 2025

Steps to Apply:

1. Register and apply on: www.joinindiannavy.gov.in
2. Fill in all details as per 10th/12th certificate.
3. Upload scanned documents (DOB proof, 10th & 12th mark sheets, JEE (Main) 2025 CRL scorecard, passport photo).
4. Keep a printout of the submitted application for SSB.

⚠️ Important: Only one application per candidate is permitted. Applications with illegible or unreadable documents will be rejected. No changes are allowed after submission.

🔹 General Instructions

• Only unmarried candidates are eligible. If found married during training, the candidate will be discharged and must repay the entire training cost.
• Use or possession of narcotics is banned. Candidates may be tested during selection or service.
• The application will be scrutinized at later stages. If found ineligible, it will be rejected.

This is a unique opportunity to serve the nation with pride and pursue a prestigious engineering degree at the same time. Interested candidates are advised to visit the official website and apply within the stipulated dates. Serve with Honour – Join the Indian Navy!